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Year ago, when Austin Reaves was going through the NBA Draft process in 2021, he and his agents famously declined to be drafted in the second round because they felt signing with the Los Angeles Lakers as an undrafted free agent would prove itself a better fit. Of course, that became a wonderfully clairvoyant call. […]
The Lakers' decision to pass on Andrew Wiggins looks increasingly questionable after losing two potential trade assets.
With the Los Angeles Lakers' preseason now over, it looks like they will keep guard Bronny James despite his lackluster play.
Throughout much of the past 1.5 seasons, dating back to the jarring, unforeseen acquisition of Luka Dončić, the Los Angeles Lakers haven’t always played or looked like the most cohesive team. This summer, with the departure of three starters in LeBron James, Deandre Ayton and Rui Hachimura and an influx of free agent signings, another […]
The Lakers have a track record of not adding controversial players like Kevin Porter Jr.
While Warriors star Stephen Curry will be available for Wednesday’s regular season opener vs. the Lakers after sustaining a minor ankle injury over the weekend, a couple other Golden State players are considered day-to-day as a result of minor ailments, head coach Steve Kerr said on Monday. Recently extended guard Brandin Podziemski suffered a back […]
The Los Angeles Lakers know what to expect from the stars, but their top role players will decide how far the team can go.
The Lakers go into the 2026-27 NBA season with an almost brand new roster.
Providing the NBA Power Rankings ahead of the 2026-27 season, including the Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, and Golden State Warriors.
Rob Pelinka and the Los Angeles Lakers had an eventful (and mostly solid) offseason.
How unusual is this much change around two stars? A look at the data, the growing pains and teams that made it work.
Jovan Buha explained why the Lakers chose to waive Dalton Knecht while retaining Bronny James and Jaden Hardy.
Barcelona are being tipped to launch a new away kit for the 2027-28 season that will “exclusively honor the Los Angeles Lakers, featuring a distinct yellow and purple color scheme.” The latest update comes from Footy Headlines and an “exclusive leak” that claims Barca’s away kit “will pay direct homage to the Los Angeles Lakers.” […]
The OKC Thunder could provide Dalton Knecht exactly what the Lakers never could.
Dalton Knecht and Jalen Hood-Schifino, the Lakers' last two first-round picks before 2026, were both waived before they could finish out their rookie contracts.
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has addressed his leadership role, the team’s chemistry and his physical condition as the franchise prepares for the 2026-27 NBA regular season. Following Monday’s practice, the Slovenian guard discussed the challenges of integrating new players into the Lakers’ rotation and establishing consistency with a revamped roster. Asked whether his […] The post Luka Doncic discusses Lakers chemistry appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Collin Sexton provided a positive update on his leg injury ahead of the Lakers' opening night matchup.
The Lakers waived Dalton Knecht. The management has made their decision ahead of the 2026-27 season to meet the NBA’s 15-player roster limit. But moving on from the former 17th overall pick has reopened an uncomfortable debate about the franchise’s evaluation of young talent. Especially with Bronny James, selected 55th in the same draft, remaining […] The post “Bronny Was Given Ample Opportunity”: LA Radio Host Calls Out Lakers’ Failure After Dalton Knecht Waiver appeared first on Essential...
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers haven’t yet gotten to see how Collin Sexton fits in with the rotation as the nine-year veteran has been sidelined for the entirety of the team’s preseason schedule while recovering from a lower leg injury. But Sexton was a full participant during Lakers’ practice on Monday, trending in […] The post Collin Sexton reveals eye-opening area of focus to bring ‘energy’ to Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Phoenix Suns strengthen their big man rotation by adding Drew Timme after clearing waivers.
Luka Doncic reveals his thoughts on the Lakers' key additions this summer ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season opener against the Warriors.
Although Dalton Knecht's time with the Lakers has come to an end, Jovan Buha expects him to join an NBA team on a two-way deal.
The Golden State Warriors open the 2026-27 NBA season on Wednesday, Oct. 21 on the road against the Los Angeles Lakers, so in their spare time before then, they made sure to show up and support their in-arena neighbors in the WNBA Finals. Stephen Curry and Yaxel Lendeborg were on hand representing the Warriors for […] The post Stephen Curry, Yaxel Lendeborg catch Valkyries-Dream Game 2 before opening night appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Los Angeles Lakers needed to clear a roster spot. They should also clear up how a player they selected […]
The Lakers had one roster spot left and two 2024 draftmates fighting for it. On Monday, they cut Dalton Knecht, the No. 17 pick from 2024, and kept Bronny James, and the internet had its verdict typed out before the ink was dry. The post Lakers Waive Dalton Knecht After Trade Calls Go Nowhere, and Bronny James Keeps the Last Roster Spot appeared first on Terez Owens .